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US-11308074

Contributions and parts data pipeline framework

PublishedApril 19, 2022
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Technical Abstract

Techniques for managing a parts catalog of part objects corresponding to media content items are provided. Upon receiving a request to build a new part object for a part provider management system for a new content item, one embodiment collects a plurality of contribution references corresponding to a plurality of contributions relating to the new content item. A new part object is built based on the plurality of contributions and using a part creation graph corresponding to a type of the new content item. The new part object is published to a parts catalog for the part provider management system, for consumption by one or more downstream systems.

Patent Claims
20 claims

Legal claims defining the scope of protection. Each claim is shown in both the original legal language and a plain English translation.

Claim 1

Original Legal Text

1. A method, comprising: receiving a request to generate a new part object within a part provider management system for a new media content item, wherein the request specifies a new media content item identifier corresponding to the new media content item; subscribing to one or more notification queues, based on the new media content item identifier specified within received request; collecting a plurality of contribution references corresponding to a plurality of contributions, based on notifications received from the one or more notification queues, wherein a first contribution in the plurality of contributions comprises a set of attributes corresponding to the new media content item, and wherein the first contribution is received from a contributing system; determining a subset of contributions of the plurality of contributions that are consistent and valid; building the new part object based on the subset of contributions, comprising: performing a deep validation operation for the contributions in the subset of contributions; initiating one or more calls to a lateral dependency Application Programming Interface (API) to initiate one or more operations on content for the subset of contributions; and generating the new part object, based on the subset of contributions; and publishing the new part object to a parts catalog for the part provider management system, for consumption by one or more downstream systems.

Plain English Translation

This invention relates to a system for managing media content contributions within a part provider management system. The system addresses the challenge of efficiently collecting, validating, and integrating multiple contributions from different sources to generate a unified part object for a new media content item. The method begins by receiving a request to create a new part object, which includes an identifier for the media content item. The system then subscribes to notification queues associated with this identifier to gather contributions from various contributing systems. These contributions may include attributes related to the media content, such as metadata, dependencies, or other relevant data. The system filters the collected contributions to identify a subset that is consistent and valid. This subset undergoes a deep validation process to ensure accuracy and integrity. The system also makes API calls to perform additional operations on the content, such as resolving dependencies or processing related data. After validation and processing, the system constructs the new part object from the validated contributions and publishes it to a parts catalog. This catalog serves as a centralized repository, allowing downstream systems to access and utilize the part object for further processing or integration. The invention streamlines the contribution management process, ensuring that only validated and consistent data is used to build the final part object, thereby improving reliability and efficiency in media content management.

Claim 2

Original Legal Text

2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the subset of contributions are determined to be valid when the contribution references in the subset of contributions pass one or more semantic validation references that are configured to detect syntax errors within the contribution references.

Plain English Translation

This invention relates to a method for validating contributions in a collaborative system, such as a software development platform or documentation repository. The problem addressed is ensuring the accuracy and reliability of user-generated contributions by detecting syntax errors before they are accepted or processed. The method involves analyzing a subset of contributions to determine their validity. Each contribution contains references, such as links, code snippets, or other embedded elements. To validate these references, the system applies one or more semantic validation rules. These rules are designed to detect syntax errors within the references, ensuring they conform to expected formats and structures. For example, a validation rule might check that a URL follows a correct syntax or that a code snippet adheres to a specific programming language's syntax. If the references in a contribution pass all applicable validation rules, the contribution is deemed valid and can be processed further. If errors are detected, the contribution may be flagged for correction or rejected. This validation step helps maintain the integrity of the collaborative system by preventing invalid or malformed contributions from being integrated. The method improves the reliability of collaborative platforms by automating error detection, reducing manual review efforts, and ensuring that only syntactically correct contributions are accepted. This is particularly useful in environments where contributions are frequently updated or where multiple users contribute content.

Claim 3

Original Legal Text

3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the subset of contributions are determined to be consistent when the contribution references in the subset of contributions do not contain conflicting information relative to one another.

Plain English Translation

This invention relates to a method for analyzing contributions in a collaborative environment, such as a software development or documentation system, to identify and resolve inconsistencies. The problem addressed is the challenge of maintaining consistency in collaborative work where multiple contributors may introduce conflicting information. The method involves evaluating a subset of contributions to determine whether they are consistent by checking if their references do not contain conflicting information relative to one another. If no conflicts are found, the contributions are deemed consistent. The method may also involve identifying and resolving conflicts when inconsistencies are detected. The approach ensures that collaborative work remains coherent and reliable by systematically verifying the integrity of contributions before integration. This is particularly useful in systems where multiple users contribute to a shared resource, such as code repositories, documentation, or knowledge bases, where inconsistencies can lead to errors or misunderstandings. The method may be applied in various collaborative platforms to enhance accuracy and reduce discrepancies in shared content.

Claim 4

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4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more operations relate to ingestion of the new media content item and include at least one of the following operations: (i) encoding one or more video data files, (ii) uploading one or more images to an image server, (iii) performing one or more metadata transformation operations, (iv) merging one or more content rights objects, and (v) merging one or more contract objects.

Plain English Translation

This invention relates to media content processing systems, specifically methods for handling operations related to the ingestion of new media content items. The core problem addressed is the need for efficient and automated processing of various tasks involved in preparing media content for distribution or storage. The invention describes a method where one or more operations are performed during the ingestion process, including encoding video data files to optimize storage or transmission, uploading images to a centralized image server for management, transforming metadata to ensure consistency or compatibility, merging content rights objects to resolve licensing or ownership details, and merging contract objects to consolidate legal or financial agreements associated with the media. These operations are designed to streamline workflows by automating repetitive or complex tasks, reducing manual intervention, and ensuring that media content is properly formatted, documented, and legally compliant before further processing or distribution. The method supports flexibility by allowing different combinations of these operations to be applied based on the specific requirements of the media content item being ingested. This approach improves efficiency, reduces errors, and ensures that media content is ready for downstream applications such as editing, distribution, or archiving.

Claim 5

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5. The method of claim 1 , wherein subscribing to the one or more notification queues further comprises: subscribing, by a contribution poller component, to a contribution notification queue for changes to one or more contributions; and subscribing, by a reconciled entity poller component, to a reconciled entity notification queue to changes for one or more reconciled entities.

Plain English Translation

This invention relates to a system for monitoring and processing changes in a data environment, specifically focusing on contributions and reconciled entities. The system addresses the challenge of efficiently tracking modifications to data contributions and their reconciled states in a distributed or decentralized system. The method involves subscribing to multiple notification queues to detect and process changes in real-time or near-real-time. A contribution poller component subscribes to a contribution notification queue, which monitors changes to one or more contributions. Contributions may refer to data entries, updates, or transactions that are added or modified within the system. The poller component detects these changes and triggers appropriate actions, such as validation, processing, or propagation of the changes to other system components. Similarly, a reconciled entity poller component subscribes to a reconciled entity notification queue, which tracks changes to one or more reconciled entities. Reconciled entities represent data that has been processed, validated, or aggregated from multiple sources to ensure consistency and accuracy. The poller component identifies modifications to these entities and initiates further processing, such as updating dependent systems or generating notifications. By using separate poller components for contributions and reconciled entities, the system ensures efficient and targeted monitoring of changes, reducing latency and improving data integrity. The method supports scalable and modular data management, allowing for independent processing of contributions and reconciled entities within the same system.

Claim 6

Original Legal Text

6. The method of claim 1 , wherein collecting the plurality of contribution references corresponding to the plurality of contributions, based on notifications received from the one or more notification queues, further comprises: utilizing a plurality of domain-agnostic collection graphs to collect the plurality of contribution references, wherein each of the plurality of domain-agnostic collection graphs comprises a respective workflow for collecting contribution references.

Plain English Translation

This invention relates to a system for collecting and managing contribution references from multiple sources, particularly in collaborative or distributed environments. The problem addressed is the efficient and scalable aggregation of contributions and their associated references across different domains or workflows, ensuring accurate tracking and retrieval of relevant data. The method involves using domain-agnostic collection graphs to gather contribution references. Each collection graph contains a predefined workflow tailored to collect references from specific sources, such as notifications received from one or more notification queues. These graphs are designed to be adaptable across different domains, allowing the system to handle diverse types of contributions without requiring domain-specific customization. The workflows within each graph define the steps and rules for extracting, processing, and storing contribution references, ensuring consistency and reliability in the collection process. By leveraging these domain-agnostic collection graphs, the system can dynamically adjust to varying data sources and formats, improving scalability and reducing the need for manual intervention. This approach enhances the efficiency of tracking contributions and their references, making it particularly useful in collaborative platforms, version control systems, or distributed computing environments where contributions are frequently updated and referenced.

Claim 7

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7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the plurality of domain-agnostic collection graphs comprises a reconciled entity and territory reaction graph for reconciled entity-level part objects, a reconciled entity and territory reaction graph for reconciled partner entity-level part objects, a reconciled entity reaction graph for reconciled entity-level part objects and a reconciled entity reaction graph for reconciled partner entity-level part objects.

Plain English Translation

This invention relates to data reconciliation and graph-based analysis in multi-domain systems. The problem addressed is the need to efficiently reconcile and analyze complex relationships between entities, territories, and partner entities across different domains while maintaining data consistency and enabling flexible querying. The method involves generating multiple domain-agnostic collection graphs to represent reconciled data structures. These graphs include a reconciled entity and territory reaction graph for entity-level part objects, another for partner entity-level part objects, a reconciled entity reaction graph for entity-level part objects, and a reconciled entity reaction graph for partner entity-level part objects. Each graph type serves a specific analytical purpose, allowing for the representation of hierarchical relationships, territorial dependencies, and partner interactions. The graphs are designed to be domain-agnostic, meaning they can be applied across different industries or data domains without modification. The reconciliation process ensures that all entities, territories, and partner entities are accurately mapped and linked, enabling comprehensive analysis of their interdependencies. This approach facilitates better decision-making by providing a unified view of complex relationships in a structured, queryable format.

Claim 8

Original Legal Text

8. A system, comprising: one or more computer processors; and a memory containing computer program code that, when executed by operation of the one or more computer processors, performs an operation comprising: upon receiving a request to build a new part object for a part provider management system for a new media content item, collecting a plurality of contribution references corresponding to a plurality of contributions relating to the new media content item, based on a part creation graph corresponding to a type of the new media content item; building the new part object based on (i) the plurality of contributions and (ii) using the part creation graph corresponding to the type of the new media content item, wherein building the new part object comprises performing a deep validation operation for contributions in a subset of the plurality of contributions; and publishing the new part object to a parts catalog for the part provider management system, for consumption by one or more downstream systems, using the part creation graph corresponding to the type of the new media content item.

Plain English Translation

This system automates the creation and validation of part objects in a media content management system. The system addresses the challenge of efficiently organizing and validating contributions related to new media content items, such as videos, audio, or other digital assets, by leveraging a structured part creation graph tailored to the media type. When a request is received to build a new part object, the system collects contribution references from various sources, such as user inputs, metadata, or external systems, based on the part creation graph. The graph defines the relationships and dependencies between different contributions, ensuring consistency and completeness. The system then constructs the part object by integrating these contributions and performing deep validation on a subset of them to verify accuracy, relevance, or compliance with predefined rules. Finally, the validated part object is published to a parts catalog, making it accessible to downstream systems for further processing, distribution, or analysis. The use of a type-specific part creation graph ensures that the system adapts to different media formats while maintaining structured workflows for contribution collection, validation, and publishing.

Claim 9

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9. The system of claim 8 , wherein building the new part object further comprises: initiating one or more calls to a lateral dependency Application Programming Interface (API) to initiate one or more operations on content corresponding to the subset of the plurality of contributions; and generating the new part object, based on the subset of the plurality of contributions and on using the part creation graph.

Plain English Translation

This invention relates to a system for managing and processing contributions to a part object within a collaborative or modular software environment. The system addresses the challenge of efficiently integrating multiple contributions from different sources while maintaining dependencies and relationships between them. The system builds a new part object by selecting a subset of contributions from a plurality of contributions, where each contribution may include data, code, or other content. The system then initiates one or more calls to a lateral dependency API to perform operations on the selected content, such as validation, transformation, or integration. These operations ensure that the contributions are properly synchronized and compatible with the part object. The system then generates the new part object by combining the subset of contributions and applying a part creation graph, which defines the structure, relationships, and dependencies between the contributions. The part creation graph ensures that the final part object is coherent and functional, with all dependencies properly resolved. This approach allows for modular and scalable part object creation while maintaining consistency across contributions.

Claim 10

Original Legal Text

10. The system of claim 8 , the operation further comprising: determining that the subset of the plurality of contributions are consistent and valid, wherein the subset of the plurality of contributions are determined to be valid when the contribution references in the subset of the plurality of contributions pass one or more semantic validation references that are configured to detect syntax errors within the contribution references, and wherein the subset of the plurality of contributions are determined to be consistent when the contribution references in the subset of the plurality of contributions do not contain conflicting information relative to one another.

Plain English Translation

A system for validating and ensuring consistency among a plurality of contributions in a collaborative environment, such as a knowledge base or documentation system, addresses the challenge of maintaining accuracy and reliability in shared content. The system processes contributions from multiple sources, each containing references to information or data. To ensure validity, the system checks each contribution reference against predefined semantic validation rules, which detect syntax errors or structural inconsistencies. Valid contributions are then evaluated for consistency by comparing them to other contributions in the subset to identify conflicting information. Only contributions that pass both validation and consistency checks are deemed reliable and integrated into the system. This approach prevents errors from propagating and ensures that the aggregated knowledge remains coherent and trustworthy. The system is particularly useful in applications where multiple users contribute to a shared resource, such as wikis, collaborative databases, or version-controlled documentation systems.

Claim 11

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11. The system of claim 9 , wherein the one or more operations relate to ingestion of the new media content item and include at least one of the following operations: (i) encoding one or more video data files, (ii) uploading one or more images to an image server, (iii) performing one or more metadata transformation operations, (iv) merging one or more content rights objects, and (v) merging one or more contract objects.

Plain English Translation

This invention relates to a media content processing system designed to handle the ingestion of new media content items. The system automates various operations involved in preparing and managing media content for distribution or storage. These operations include encoding video data files to optimize them for different formats or platforms, uploading images to an image server for centralized storage or further processing, transforming metadata to ensure consistency or compatibility across systems, and merging content rights objects to consolidate licensing or usage permissions. Additionally, the system can merge contract objects to streamline agreements related to media content distribution or usage. The system is part of a broader framework that processes media content through a series of stages, including ingestion, transformation, and distribution, to ensure efficient and standardized handling of media assets. The invention aims to reduce manual intervention and improve the accuracy and speed of media content workflows.

Claim 12

Original Legal Text

12. The system of claim 8 , wherein collecting the plurality of contribution references corresponding to the plurality of contributions relating to the new media content item further comprises: subscribing to one or more notification queues, based on a new media content item identifier specified within received request, wherein the new media content item identifier corresponds to the new media content item.

Plain English Translation

This invention relates to a system for collecting and managing contribution references associated with new media content items, such as videos, images, or other digital assets. The system addresses the challenge of efficiently tracking and organizing user contributions, such as comments, reactions, or annotations, that relate to specific media content items in real-time. The system subscribes to one or more notification queues based on a new media content item identifier specified in a received request. This identifier uniquely corresponds to the media content item in question. By subscribing to these queues, the system can dynamically receive and process contribution references as they are generated, ensuring that all relevant user interactions are captured and associated with the correct media content. This approach enables real-time tracking of contributions, improving the accuracy and timeliness of content moderation, analytics, and user engagement monitoring. The system may also include components for storing, indexing, and retrieving these contribution references, allowing for efficient querying and analysis of user interactions. The subscription-based model ensures scalability, as the system can handle high volumes of contributions without manual intervention. This invention is particularly useful in social media platforms, content-sharing services, or any system where user-generated content needs to be tracked and managed efficiently.

Claim 13

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13. The system of claim 12 , wherein subscribing to the one or more notification queues further comprises: subscribing, by a contribution poller component, to a contribution notification queue for changes to one or more contributions; and subscribing, by a reconciled entity poller component, to a reconciled entity notification queue to changes for one or more reconciled entities.

Plain English Translation

This invention relates to a system for managing notifications in a data processing environment, specifically addressing the need for efficient monitoring and processing of changes to contributions and reconciled entities. The system includes a notification service that maintains one or more notification queues, each associated with different types of data changes. A contribution poller component subscribes to a contribution notification queue to detect and process changes to contributions, such as updates, additions, or deletions. Similarly, a reconciled entity poller component subscribes to a reconciled entity notification queue to monitor and handle changes to reconciled entities, which are data records that have been processed and validated. The system ensures that changes are promptly detected and processed by the appropriate components, improving data consistency and system responsiveness. The notification service may use event-driven mechanisms to push notifications to the subscribed components, allowing for real-time or near-real-time updates. The system may also include additional components for managing the notification queues, such as a queue manager that handles queue creation, deletion, and maintenance. The overall architecture supports scalable and modular processing of data changes, enabling efficient handling of large volumes of updates.

Claim 14

Original Legal Text

14. The system of claim 12 , wherein collecting the plurality of contribution references corresponding to the plurality of contributions, based on notifications received from the one or more notification queues, further comprises: utilizing a plurality of domain-agnostic collection graphs to collect the plurality of contribution references, wherein each of the plurality of domain-agnostic collection graphs comprises a respective workflow for collecting contribution references, wherein the plurality of domain-agnostic collection graphs comprises a reconciled entity and territory reaction graph for reconciled entity-level part objects, a reconciled entity and territory reaction graph for reconciled partner entity-level part objects, a reconciled entity reaction graph for reconciled entity-level part objects and a reconciled entity reaction graph for reconciled partner entity-level part objects.

Plain English Translation

The system is designed for managing and collecting contribution references in a distributed computing environment, particularly for tracking changes or updates to entities and their associated parts across different domains. The problem addressed involves efficiently gathering and processing contribution references from multiple sources, such as notification queues, while ensuring consistency and accuracy in a domain-agnostic manner. The system utilizes a plurality of domain-agnostic collection graphs to collect contribution references. Each collection graph includes a specific workflow for gathering references corresponding to contributions. The collection graphs include a reconciled entity and territory reaction graph for reconciled entity-level part objects, a reconciled entity and territory reaction graph for reconciled partner entity-level part objects, a reconciled entity reaction graph for reconciled entity-level part objects, and a reconciled entity reaction graph for reconciled partner entity-level part objects. These graphs ensure that contributions are collected and processed in a structured and consistent manner, regardless of the domain or source of the data. The system leverages these graphs to handle notifications from one or more notification queues, enabling efficient tracking and management of contributions across different entities and territories.

Claim 15

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15. A non-transitory computer readable medium containing computer program code that, when executed by operation of one or more computer processors, performs an operation comprising: upon receiving a request to build a new part object for a part provider management system for a new media content item, collecting a plurality of contribution references corresponding to a plurality of contributions relating to the new media content item, based on a part creation graph corresponding to a type of the new media content item; building the new part object based on (i) the plurality of contributions and (ii) using the part creation graph corresponding to the type of the new media content item, wherein building the new part object comprises performing a deep validation operation for contributions in a subset of the plurality of contributions; and publishing the new part object to a parts catalog for the part provider management system, for consumption by one or more downstream systems, using the part creation graph corresponding to the type of the new media content item.

Plain English Translation

This invention relates to a system for managing media content contributions in a part provider management system. The system addresses the challenge of efficiently organizing and validating contributions to media content items, such as videos or audio files, to ensure consistency and accuracy before distribution. The system operates by receiving a request to create a new part object for a media content item. Upon receiving this request, it collects multiple contribution references corresponding to various contributions related to the media content item. These contributions are processed based on a part creation graph, which defines the structure and relationships for the specific type of media content being managed. The system then builds the new part object by incorporating the collected contributions and applying the part creation graph. During this process, a deep validation operation is performed on a subset of the contributions to ensure their validity and correctness. Once the part object is built, it is published to a parts catalog, making it available for consumption by downstream systems that rely on the validated media content. The part creation graph ensures that the contributions are properly structured and validated according to the media content type, improving the reliability and usability of the final part object. This approach streamlines the management of media content contributions and ensures that only validated and properly structured content is distributed.

Claim 16

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16. The non-transitory computer readable medium of claim 15 , wherein building the new part object further comprises: initiating one or more calls to a lateral dependency Application Programming Interface (API) to initiate one or more operations on content corresponding to the subset of the plurality of contributions; and generating the new part object, based on the subset of the plurality of contributions and on using the part creation graph.

Plain English Translation

This invention relates to a system for managing and processing contributions in a collaborative environment, particularly for building new part objects from subsets of contributions. The problem addressed is the efficient and accurate integration of multiple contributions into a unified part object while maintaining dependencies and relationships between contributions. The solution involves a non-transitory computer-readable medium storing instructions that, when executed, perform operations including building a new part object from a subset of contributions. This process includes initiating calls to a lateral dependency API to perform operations on the content corresponding to the subset of contributions. The new part object is then generated based on the subset of contributions and a part creation graph, which defines the structure and relationships between contributions. The lateral dependency API ensures that dependencies between contributions are properly managed, allowing for accurate and consistent integration. This approach enables dynamic and scalable construction of part objects in collaborative systems, improving efficiency and reducing errors in content integration.

Claim 17

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17. The non-transitory computer readable medium of claim 15 , the operation further comprising: determining that the subset of the plurality of contributions are consistent and valid, wherein the subset of the plurality of contributions are determined to be valid when the contribution references in the subset of the plurality of contributions pass one or more semantic validation references that are configured to detect syntax errors within the contribution references, and wherein the subset of the plurality of contributions are determined to be consistent when the contribution references in the subset of the plurality of contributions do not contain conflicting information relative to one another.

Plain English Translation

This invention relates to a system for validating and ensuring consistency among multiple contributions in a collaborative environment, such as a distributed database or collaborative editing platform. The problem addressed is the need to verify that contributions from different sources are both syntactically correct and logically consistent before integration. The system performs semantic validation to detect syntax errors in contribution references, ensuring they adhere to predefined rules. Additionally, it checks for consistency by verifying that the contributions do not contain conflicting information. If the contributions pass these validations, they are deemed valid and consistent, allowing them to be processed further. This approach helps maintain data integrity and reliability in collaborative systems where multiple users or systems contribute information. The validation process involves comparing contribution references against semantic validation rules and cross-referencing them to detect conflicts. This ensures that only accurate and coherent data is integrated, reducing errors and inconsistencies in the final output. The system is particularly useful in applications requiring high reliability, such as distributed ledgers, collaborative documentation, or multi-user databases.

Claim 18

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18. The non-transitory computer readable medium of claim 16 , wherein the one or more operations relate to ingestion of the new media content item and include at least one of the following operations: (i) encoding one or more video data files, (ii) uploading one or more images to an image server, (iii) performing one or more metadata transformation operations, (iv) merging one or more content rights objects, and (v) merging one or more contract objects.

Plain English Translation

This invention relates to a computer-readable medium storing instructions for processing media content, specifically focusing on the ingestion of new media content items. The system performs various operations to handle and prepare media content for further use. These operations include encoding video data files to optimize storage or transmission, uploading images to an image server for centralized management, transforming metadata to ensure consistency or compatibility, merging content rights objects to consolidate licensing or usage permissions, and merging contract objects to unify contractual terms associated with the media. The system automates these tasks to streamline media workflows, reduce manual intervention, and ensure proper handling of media assets. The operations are designed to be modular, allowing selective execution based on the specific requirements of the media content being processed. This approach enhances efficiency in media management systems by integrating multiple processing steps into a cohesive workflow.

Claim 19

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19. The non-transitory computer readable medium of claim 15 , wherein collecting the plurality of contribution references corresponding to the plurality of contributions relating to the new media content item further comprises: subscribing to one or more notification queues, based on a new media content item identifier specified within received request, wherein the new media content item identifier corresponds to the new media content item.

Plain English Translation

This invention relates to a system for collecting and managing contribution references associated with new media content items, such as videos, images, or other digital assets. The problem addressed is the need to efficiently track and organize user contributions (e.g., comments, annotations, or metadata) related to specific media content in real-time, particularly in distributed or cloud-based environments. The system involves a non-transitory computer-readable medium storing instructions that, when executed, perform a method for collecting contribution references. These references correspond to user contributions linked to a new media content item, identified by a unique media content item identifier. The method includes subscribing to one or more notification queues based on the media content item identifier specified in a received request. This subscription allows the system to dynamically monitor and retrieve contributions as they are generated, ensuring timely and accurate association with the correct media content. The system may also involve additional steps, such as validating the received request, verifying the media content item identifier, and processing the collected contributions to extract relevant metadata or context. The notification queues may be part of a distributed messaging system, enabling scalable and efficient real-time data collection from multiple sources. This approach ensures that contributions are properly indexed and retrievable for further analysis, moderation, or integration into the media content item's metadata. The invention improves the accuracy and efficiency of tracking user-generated content in media platforms.

Claim 20

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20. The non-transitory computer readable medium of claim 19 , wherein subscribing to the one or more notification queues further comprises: subscribing, by a contribution poller component, to a contribution notification queue for changes to one or more contributions; and subscribing, by a reconciled entity poller component, to a reconciled entity notification queue to changes for one or more reconciled entities.

Plain English Translation

This invention relates to a system for managing notifications in a data processing environment, specifically for tracking changes to contributions and reconciled entities. The system addresses the challenge of efficiently monitoring and responding to updates in distributed data systems where contributions (e.g., user inputs, transactions, or data entries) and reconciled entities (e.g., aggregated or processed data records) are frequently modified. The system includes a non-transitory computer-readable medium storing instructions that, when executed, enable a notification management process. This process involves subscribing to one or more notification queues to detect changes in the system. Two key components handle these subscriptions: a contribution poller and a reconciled entity poller. The contribution poller subscribes to a contribution notification queue to monitor changes in contributions, such as new entries, modifications, or deletions. The reconciled entity poller subscribes to a reconciled entity notification queue to track changes in reconciled entities, which may include updates to aggregated data or processed records. By separating the polling responsibilities into distinct components, the system ensures efficient and targeted monitoring of different data types. This approach improves scalability and reduces processing overhead by allowing each component to focus on its specific data type, minimizing unnecessary checks and enhancing system performance. The solution is particularly useful in environments where real-time or near-real-time updates are critical, such as financial systems, data warehouses, or collaborative platforms.

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September 28, 2018

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April 19, 2022

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